National Oilwell Varco has introduced an advancement in Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and asset management software for the oil and gas industry.
NOV’s latest generation RFID tag, TracTag, has been field-proven to withstand extreme drilling conditions when installed on drillstring components. The tag is currently the only RFID technology in the industry that can survive extreme downhole temperatures of -40°C to +200°C (-58°F to +400°F) and up to 1550 Bar (22’500 PSI) of pressure.
NOV has been a leader in using RFID for asset management on existing surface-based products and services; however, the technology behind TracTag has overcome the challenges associated with harsh downhole well conditions and can now be incorporated into NOV downhole products.
The company also introduced an asset management software, TracAsset, and an automated pipe tally system with a wellsite tag reader, AutoTally. The combined system will enable greater capabilities for delivering reliable information and analysis to our customers.
Clay C. Williams, Chairman, President and CEO of National Oilwell Varco, stated, “We continue to invest in new technologies that drive our industry forward and help our customers improve effective asset utilization and reliability while decreasing their costs. The data we will be able to obtain from these innovative technologies will play a critical role in shaping the future development of drillstring components and tools.”
NOV will be able to provide an entire lifecycle management solution for drillstring components that includes information regarding original manufacturing specifications, inspection and repair history, along with usage details. The TracTag and AutoTally system will make it possible to read tags as drillstring components pass through the rig floor; and integration of the system into the rig control system will provide drilling hours and critical drilling information down to the serial number of the component.
Incorporating the information into the global inspection and maintenance systems used by NOV’s Tuboscope Business Unit will provide customers with analytics and other detailed information about pipe inventory that the industry has not been able to collect in the past. NOV’s analytics enhance the lifecycle awareness of work history and associated inspections carried out which will mitigate instances of downhole tubular failure by knowing precisely when and where the tubular or downhole component has been used in a drilling environment in any given well.
TracTAG™
Description
The most rugged RFID chip ever is one of our cornerstones
TracTag tag is specially designed to withstand the extreme conditions in deep offshore and onshore wells.
Used for more than 10 years in down-hole applications Trac Tag master the most demanding conditions and is recognized and accepted by central players in the drilling industry.
Small and powerful
The tag dimensions allow mounting in most down-hole equipment without jeopardizing equipment integrity.
Features/Benefits
This 125 kHz passive RFID tag is used to identify drillpipe and other downhole equipment within the oil and gas industry.
This tag is specially designed to withstand the extreme conditions seen in deep offshore and onshore wells.
Through extensive field testing, the tag has been qualified in real operations and is now recognized and accepted by the market leaders in the drilling industry.
Small physical dimensions enable mounting in most downhole equipment without jeopardizing equipment integrity.
The tag mounted in its mounting slot, is designed to be read by a stationary RFID reader in the well center of the drill floor.
Automatic reading at tripping speeds exceeding 2.5 m/s should be expected. With a handheld reader, a reading distance of 0-10 cm should be expected.
TracASSET™
TracASSET™ is a flexible hardware and software solution for asset management utilising RFID technology, designed for the Oil & Gas industry and other harsh environments.
Trac Asset Management (TracASSET) provides well-proven RFID solutions for asset tracking and operational control, with a focus on the upstream Oil & Gas Industry. The different modules of TracAsset are designed to manage the tough requirements for tracking of mobile and fixed assets in the upstream value chain and enable efficient processes, automation and integrated operations.
Description
Complete Drill String Lifecycle Management made easy
TracASSET is the memory bank of all our system solutions. The different modules are designed to manage the tough requirements for tracking mobile and fixed assets in the upstream value chain.
TracASSET leaves you with complete control：
You get complete control over all drill string related assets – their location, specifications, services history as well as maintenance and inspection status. Obviously being in control always pays off; it’s a huge bonus to avoid down hole incidents and unnecessary maintenance.
Yard Management，Knowing each and every joint：
Welcome to the world of automatic tracking – information storage – inspection updates – maintenance records! TracASSET knows your drill pipe history from manufacturer through operational usage.
Rig Site Management，Use correct drill string elements：
The TracASSET Rig Site Management module lets you follow your drill pipe history from manufacturing through to operational standby. Utilize the correct asset and know its location. It’s all about predictability and easier planning.
AutoTally，Verify your Plans. Document usage：
TracASSET AutoTally documents in well hours, rotations and general usage of any in-well asset. Document wear and tear and plan for cost-effective handling, inspection and maintenance. It’s all about effective operations and cutting costs throughout the entire value chain!
Inspection，Updated records at all times：
The TracASSET Inspection module lets you follow your drill pipe history from manufacturing through its complete life cycle. Inspection data is tracked along the way providing customers with updated records at all times.
Maintenance，Complete maintenance and repairs record：
The TracASSET Maintenance module lets you follow your drill pipe history from manufacturing through all repairs and maintenance. Full traceability through planned and unscheduled maintenance and full repairs documentation.
In control everywhere ：
TracASSET Mobile delivers drill string element data literally into the palm of your hand. Identify, change status, ship, inspect and update your asset stock via your mobile.
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